
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Near this spot was born in 1881 Jacob Rivers VC Private soldier, 1st Bn. Notts.. & Derbys. Regt. (Sherwood Foresters) Decorated for outstanding bravery at the Battle of Neuve Chapelle during which he sacrificed his life March 12th 1915 Recorded plaque organisation: Derby Civic Society.
Jacob Rivers VC was a British soldier awarded the Victoria Cross for his extraordinary bravery and ultimate sacrifice during the Battle of Neuve Chapelle in World War I, where he died on March 12th, 1915.
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